How to install an SSL certificate in Webmin?

Installing an SSL certificate in Webmin is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few steps. Here’s a detailed guide on how to install an SSL certificate in Webmin:

Prerequisites:

1. An SSL certificate: You need to have an SSL certificate purchased from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA).
2. Access to Webmin: You need to have access to your website’s Webmin control panel. If you’re not sure how to access Webmin, contact your hosting provider for assistance.
3. Extracted Certificate Files: Your SSL certificate is typically provided as a zip file containing multiple files, including the certificate file (.crt), the private key file (.key), and the intermediate certificate chain (optional). Extract these files to a secure location on your computer.

Steps to Install an SSL Certificate in Webmin:

1. Navigate to Webmin SSL Management: In your Webmin dashboard, locate the “Server Configuration” section. Click on the “Webmin Configuration” icon to proceed.
2. Select SSL Settings: In the Webmin Configuration interface, scroll down to the “SSL” section and click on the “SSL Management” link.
3. Choose SSL Certificate Installation Method:
   • Install Certificate Package: If you have an SSL certificate package (.pem) containing all the certificate files, click on the “Install Certificate Package” button.
   • Import Individual Files: If you have separate certificate files (.crt, .key, and .ca-bundle), click on the “Import Individual Files” button.
4. Install Certificate Package Method:
   • Select Certificate Package: Click on the “Choose File” button and select the SSL certificate package (.pem) that you obtained from your SSL certificate provider.
   • Choose Certificate Type: Select the type of SSL certificate you have: Domain Validation (DV) or Organization Validation (OV). DV certificates are simpler and less expensive, while OV certificates provide more rigorous verification.
   • Specify Domain Name: Enter the domain name for which you want to install the SSL certificate.
5. Import Individual Files Method:
   • Upload Certificate File (.crt): Click on the “Upload” button and select the certificate file (.crt) that you obtained from your SSL certificate package.
   • Import Private Key File (.key): Click on the “Upload” button again and select the private key file (.key) that you obtained from your SSL certificate package.
   • Import Intermediate Certificate (Optional): If your SSL certificate has an intermediate certificate chain, locate the intermediate certificate file (.ca-bundle) and upload it using the “Upload” button.
6. Verify SSL Certificate Information: Make sure the displayed information for the certificate matches the details provided by your SSL certificate provider.
7. Install SSL Certificate: Click on the “Install Certificate” button. Webmin will automatically install the SSL certificate and configure your website to use HTTPS.
8. Verify SSL Certificate Installation: Once the installation is complete, you can verify that the SSL certificate is installed correctly by visiting your website and checking the address bar. It should display the “https” protocol and a padlock icon, indicating a secure connection.